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“Making Jesus Christ Known Through Word And Deed…”

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Inside: Children, Youth & Family Ministry News…………….pages 2 & 3 Adult Education..…………........…..page 4, 5 & 6

Mission and Outreach……………………………….....page 6, 7 & 8 Christian Preschool News..………………..page 9

Financial News………..…………………………………page 10 Worship & Music Notes………….……….page 11

“Write Away” / September Calendar……….Insert

The Jesus of Scripture is a Jew

Two adult studies will start the fall with a study of the book and DVD, “Mudhouse Sabbath” by Lauren

Winner.

• Adult Class meets Sundays 9:45 – 10:20 am in the Chapel

• Men’s Group meets Wednesdays 12:15 pm, in the Gathering Space, starting with a meal

Winner has seen both sides of the Jewish-Christian faiths as a convert to Christianity. Her premise is that we

Christians lose some of the closeness with Jesus when we don’t understand the “Jewishness” of Jesus. The

rituals of the Jewish faith provided meaning for Jesus (observance of Sabbath, dietary restrictions, weddings,

prayer) and we Christian followers of Jesus can become closer to the Savior by learning from the Jewish Jesus

how to do the faith.

As a Jew-turned-Episcopalian, Lauren Winner encourages readers/listeners to:

• Keep Sabbath (Shabbat) separate (that is what the word, “holy” means).

• Be mindful of their food (kashrut)before eating

• Understand Mourning (avelut) is not for 3 days or for 3 months. It is a year-long and life-long process

to be walked in the presence of others.

• Re-think Hospitality (hachnassat orchim) as not a matter of having a perfect house but as a matter of

having an open heart.

• Remember that even one’s doorpost (mezuzot) plays a role in living as God’s people.

Books will be available for purchase at the church for $11. Even if you can’t make it to the class (but it is

better to discuss together than read solo), you may want to pick up a book or easily order online for yourself.

A friend recently pointed out that not only was Jesus a Jew, but so were his 12 disciples and the apostles who

fill the pages of the Book of Acts. When a sidewalk evangelist got in this friend’s faced and demanded, “Do

you know Jesus?” she responded, “Yes! He was a Jew like me!”

We can learn from our Jewish brothers and sisters what it means to follow Jesus – to not only believe in

Jesus, but to do the faith as Jesus did. Jesus the Savior is the fulfillment of the Jewish longing for the Messiah.

Pastor Kent

September 2014

Volume 22 ● Issue No.9

Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer ● Watertown, SD

Vacation Bible School was held August 5-6-7 from 5 pm-8 pm.

We had a GREAT turn out with over 130 students and 60+ volunteers! Huge

THANKS goes out to all of those who helped to make the journey with God’s

Amazing Time Machine a success! All donations were greatly appreciated! We

raised $400 in offering. Offering was split between global and local missions:

• Nicaragua Missionary, Mike Busbey.

• Sandwich Ministry at the Salvation Army.

Church School teachers/volunteers NEEDED! We need YOU! Please prayerfully consider serving and giving during church school hour as a teacher/team teacher/classroom helper! Contact [email protected] or 886-2696.

Church School Donations-School Supplies needed! Dry Erase Markers, Glue sticks, construction paper, scissors, watercolor paint,

colors, colored pencils, markers, stickers, folders, beads, tape, popsicle sticks,

etc. Any donations can be dropped by the resource room and are greatly

appreciated!

3rd Graders will receive their Bibles Sunday, September 14th and Wednesday, September 17th

during worship. Parents and StudentsParents and StudentsParents and StudentsParents and Students will attend

the Pass the Faith Bible Class on Sunday,

September 21st or Wednesday, September 24th

during the church school hour!

3 year olds will receive their Bibles Sunday, September 21st and Wednesday, September 24th during worship.

5th and 6th Graders and Parents Pass the Faith Worship & Acolyte Training-Sunday, September 28th and Wednesday, October 1st. Worship is how

we not only hear God's word, but further our relationship with our Savior, Jesus

Christ. Join us as we learn about worship and how you can serve your

congregation in worship as an acolyte. An acolyte is defined as one who attends

or assists in worship.

Children, Youth Children, Youth Children, Youth Children, Youth andandandand Family Ministry Family Ministry Family Ministry Family Ministry

Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer

Volume 22, Issue 9

Make Sure to Register

for Church School!!

Register online at lcoorwatertown.org

or pick up a form in the church office.

Looking Ahead:

Church School Kids Sing!

• Sunday Kids

o Sun., Oct. 26th

• Wednesday Kids

o Wed., Oct. 29th

Church School

Begins! • Sunday, Sept. 7th

• Wed., Sept. 10th

DEEPER…1 Corinthians 2: 9-10 High school youth, join us as we dig “Deeper” in the Bible, go “Deeper” in

discussion and dive “Deeper” in to prayer and meditation. Deeper will meet on

Wednesday nights from 7:30 – 8:15 pm beginning September 3rd.

High School Youth Group will gather on Sunday nights at 7pm7pm7pm7pm in the

youth room. Join us for Group discussions, Fellowship, Prayer, Food, Games and

lots of fun. We meet from 7 We meet from 7 We meet from 7 We meet from 7 –––– 8:30pm. 8:30pm. 8:30pm. 8:30pm. I encourage all youth in 9th-12th grade to

come check things out. As always, friends are warmly welcomed. As always, friends are warmly welcomed. As always, friends are warmly welcomed. As always, friends are warmly welcomed. September

meeting dates are the 14141414thththth anananand 21d 21d 21d 21stststst (We will not be meeting on the 28th due to a

MS youth ministry event at Joy Ranch).

7th/8th Grade Confirmation Confirmation Workshops will meet each Wednesday from 7:15 – 8:30 pm.

Below is the calendar for September. Please note that our youth workshops do

not begin until September 24th.

Wednesday, September 10Wednesday, September 10Wednesday, September 10Wednesday, September 10 – Confirmation Parent Meeting (7:15pm)

Wednesday, September 17Wednesday, September 17Wednesday, September 17Wednesday, September 17 – Confirmation Small Group Leaders Meeting (7:15pm)

Wednesday, September 24Wednesday, September 24Wednesday, September 24Wednesday, September 24 – Confirmation Workshop #1 (7:15pm)

Don’t forget to join us for W.O.W Worship at 6:30pm6:30pm6:30pm6:30pm each Wednesday. This is a

great time to do your Sermon Maps!

Middle School Youth Group “Night at the Ranch”! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 28Sunday, September 28Sunday, September 28Sunday, September 28thththth. We will gather at LCOOR at

5pm5pm5pm5pm and then carpool out to Joy Ranch for a night of pizza, games and an

awesome campfire. Cost of the evening is $5. Please turn in your registration Please turn in your registration Please turn in your registration Please turn in your registration

form and $5 by Wednesday, September 24form and $5 by Wednesday, September 24form and $5 by Wednesday, September 24form and $5 by Wednesday, September 24thththth. . . . We will return to LCOOR around

9pm.9pm.9pm.9pm.

S.A.L.T. (Serving and Learning Together) On Sunday’s from 9:309:309:309:30----10:20 am10:20 am10:20 am10:20 am the HS and MS Youth have an opportunity to serve at

LCOOR. Youth are encouraged to help with church school, in the resource room,

serve coffee at fellowship hour and participate in numerous caring

ministries. Stop by the youth room on Sunday mornings to see how you can

serve and learn with others.

Route 56 is our youth group for 5th and 6th Graders. We will gather once a month for awesome activities, great fellowship and yummy food. Our first

activity for the year will be on September 21September 21September 21September 21stststst from 4 from 4 from 4 from 4 –––– 6 pm.6 pm.6 pm.6 pm. We will meet in

the youth room. Pizza and pop will be served during our time together.

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If you need to If you need to If you need to If you need to

contact Philip, contact Philip, contact Philip, contact Philip,

the best way to the best way to the best way to the best way to

do so is…do so is…do so is…do so is…

Church Office:

886-2696

Church Email:

[email protected]

Cell Phone:

520-2280

(texting is a great way

to get ahold of Phil)

Legacy Planning Workshop Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer

4:00 PM Sunday, September 21

6:30 PM Tuesday, September 23

The Mission and Endowment Committee of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer invites you to attend a Legacy Planning Workshop on either Sunday,Sunday,Sunday,Sunday, September 21 at 4 PMSeptember 21 at 4 PMSeptember 21 at 4 PMSeptember 21 at 4 PM or Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, September 23rd at 6:30 PMSeptember 23rd at 6:30 PMSeptember 23rd at 6:30 PMSeptember 23rd at 6:30 PM. This workshop is led by Lutheran Planned Giving of South Dakota. The workshop topic is creating a legacy gift plan, with three goals :

1. To encourage each person to complete basic planning steps. 2. To consider a gift to ministry/charity in your plans. 3. To share your plan with family and encourage their understanding and involvement.

Lutheran Planned Giving of South Dakota (LPGSD) is a ministry of the ELCA, with the mission to serve individuals and congregations without cost or obligation. LPGSD works with your pastor, your Mission and Endowment Committee and members of your church to promote gift planning and to grow LCOOR’s endowment fund. LPGSD will lift up sensible solutions as you plan for your family, ministry and other matters. Lutheran Planned Giving seeks to create a “rising tide of support” for all ELCA ministriescreate a “rising tide of support” for all ELCA ministriescreate a “rising tide of support” for all ELCA ministriescreate a “rising tide of support” for all ELCA ministries by encouraging and assisting God’s people in making lifetime financial gifts to Lutheran ministries. LPGSD has nothing to sell or promote -- other than the importance of having a plan in place for the future. We will provide timely information, resources and strategies which will encourage and enable you to develop your gift plan. Planned giving is often part of an overall estate plan designed to distribute your assets and possessions to the people and causes most dear to you. Planned giving is a powerful opportunity to ensure your most sacred valuensure your most sacred valuensure your most sacred valuensure your most sacred values and commitmentses and commitmentses and commitmentses and commitments are part of your legacy. To learn more:

• Find Lutheran Planned Giving online at www.lpgsd.org.

• Attend the Legacy Planning Workshop, consisting of a 1/2 hour presentation and time for questions and answers. Please call the church office at 886Please call the church office at 886Please call the church office at 886Please call the church office at 886----2696 to register 2696 to register 2696 to register 2696 to register for one of the two Legacy Planning Workshops. Al Raeder, Chair of LCOOR Mission and Endowment Committee Kent Stillson, Senior Pastor


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Adult EducationAdult EducationAdult EducationAdult Education

Thursday Morning Bible Study We Make the Road by Walking: A year-long quest for spiritual formation,

reorientation, and activation is the latest book by the critically acclaimed author,

Brian McLaren. Each week we’ll read scripture and a 3 page reflection, and then

spend time engaging deep questions of faith and daily life. Books are available

online and can be ordered by Pastor Chris, but they are not required to be part of

the study. Join us Thursdays at 10am beginning September 4.

Men’s Lunch Wednesday, Sept. 10, the Men’s Lunch group will resume its weekly gatherings,

providing “Food for the Body, Food for the Soul.” “Food for the Body, Food for the Soul.” “Food for the Body, Food for the Soul.” “Food for the Body, Food for the Soul.” Dave Wolsky has volunteered to

cook for the group through early November. Meeting in the gathering area at

12:15, men enjoy lunch, fellowship, a time of faith enrichment, and a closing

time of prayer. Pastor Kent Stillson will use a DVD series, focusing on “Jesus is a

Jew.” Volunteers help with setup and getting ready, serving the food and

cleanup. All men are welcome, including men from other churches. A donation of

$5.00 is suggested for the lunch.

The men will have a guest day on Wednesday, Sept. 24. They are encouraged to

invite a church member who has not come before or someone from another

church. There will be a signup sheet at the Welcome Center so Dave can have a

count for his food preparation. Deadline is Sunday, Sept. 21.

A gas BBQ grill has been purchased and will be available for other groups in the

church to use. Check with Don Voss (884-0636) or Sam Hatlestad (882-1413).

Those who use the grill are expected to keep it clean and help replenish the gas

used.

A Word of Thanks A word of thanks to the congregation of Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer and

the Women of LCOOR for your financial help, and for your prayers, when we

attended the national gathering of the Women of the ELCA in Charlotte, North

Carolina this past July. Every three years over 2000 women of the ELCA come

together to worship, learn, laugh, and share their faith, and it is wonderful to be

able to experience this gathering with the support of our congregation and our

women's organization. The next Triennial Gathering of the Women of the ELCA

will be held in Minneapolis, July 13-16, 2017.

Mary Fisk and Vivian Westgard

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Book Club

September 25 10:00am

“The Language of Flowers” by Vanessa Diffenbaugh

WELCA Meeting

Sept. 17th 3:00pm

Adult EducationAdult EducationAdult EducationAdult Education

Gather Bible Study Transforming Life and Faith, by Carol Schersten LaHurd Theme Verse: “…be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God-what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2b

September Always ChangingAlways ChangingAlways ChangingAlways Changing

Our lives and our faith journeys include a series of transformations.

Session 1: Transformation and ConversationSession 1: Transformation and ConversationSession 1: Transformation and ConversationSession 1: Transformation and Conversation “…Go, for he is an instrument who I have chosen to bring my name before Gentiles and kings and before the people of Israel.” Acts 9:15

Martha CircleMartha CircleMartha CircleMartha Circle … Sept. 8th, 2:00pm Where: LCOOR Hostess: Lana Ronning Lesson Leader: Vaughn Berger Mary CircleMary CircleMary CircleMary Circle … Sept. 9th, 9:30am Where: LCOOR Hostess: AJ Sherrill Lesson Leader: Julie Rude

Ruth CircleRuth CircleRuth CircleRuth Circle … Sept. 10th, 9:30am Where: 386 N Lake Dr Hostess: Maylou Austin Priscilla CirclePriscilla CirclePriscilla CirclePriscilla Circle … Sept. 10th, 9:30am Where: LCOOR Hostess: Peggy Silliman Lesson Leader: Sandy Peterson

GO HAITI Mission Trip Thank you to all of you who cleaned out their

closets and donated their shoes!!! I have collected over 1,500 pairs of shoes. It has surpassed all of my expectations. My garage and heart are over flowing. The shoes will be shipped over to the 3rd world countries and for collecting them we received $0.40 a pair to purchase rice when we get there.

I will be in Haiti from November 13-22. I am looking forward to this opportunity to serve God in this capacity. Each of us are able to take 100 pounds of supplies. Some of the needs are:

• Infant formula

• baby bottles

• boys and girls underwear

• sippy cups

• bar soap

• tarps

• office supplies (pens, tape, envelopes, index cards)

• socks of any kind

• medications and hygiene products.

If you would like to donate any items to be shipped to Haiti please let me know. Thank you…..Joan Hakeman 520-5759

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Mission and Outreach Mission and Outreach Mission and Outreach Mission and Outreach

W/ELCA Fall Retreat

at NeSoDak

September 19th

Meet at LCOOR at

8am to carpool.

St. Dysmas of South Dakota

"I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked, and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me." Matthew 25:35-36

Today the congregation named St. Dysmas is changing the lives of the

incarcerated at the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls.

This fully chartered mission congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church

in America (ELCA) was organized in 1988. St. Dysmas is a pioneer in

establishing bona fide "churches behind bars." Inmates "own" the program

and, through a council elected from their membership, direct its ministry.

Just like other congregations, St. Dysmas parishioners participate in worship,

Bible study, choir, and take part in special projects.

Though incarcerated, these are our brothers and sisters in Christ, members

of one body together with us.

Since prison congregations are not self-supporting, St. Dysmas of South

Dakota must rely on Mission Partnership support, one-time gifts, special

offerings, memorial donations, and contributions made by churches, groups,

and individuals. St. Dysmas is, therefore, a blend of unique congregation and

non-profit organization that cannot exist without financial support from many

sources. Financial support and prayers are needed and appreciated in order

for St. Dysmas of South Dakota to share the gospel with an increasing

population in the prison units in Sioux Falls, SD.

Prayerfully consider in the month of September to help support the ministry of

St. Dysmas through our Mission of the Month. As always, Mission of the Month

is above your regular giving. Please mark your giving clearly with “Mission of

the Month”.

Family Mission Project

Blankets & Soap Blankets & Soap Blankets & Soap Blankets & Soap [Lutheran World Relief]

Blankets and quilts are a very special gift to those with extreme poverty. They

bring warmth on a cold night or shelter from the sun on a hot day. They

become beds, room dividers, backpacks to carry belongings, and at times even

homes.

LWR accepts new bars of any brand of soap in their original wrapping,

however, 4-5 oz bath-size bars are highly preferred.

You can leave blankets and soap at the Welcome Center or in the LWR basket

outside the office area. Thanks so much for your generous donations!

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Worship with

St. Dysmas

We also have the

opportunity to worship

with the men at St.

Dysmas in Sioux Falls

on Thurs, October 9th.

Forms need to be

filled out and turned

into the church office

by Sunday, Sunday, Sunday, Sunday,

September 21September 21September 21September 21stststst....

2014 Timmerman 2014 Timmerman 2014 Timmerman 2014 Timmerman

Scholarship Scholarship Scholarship Scholarship

RecipientsRecipientsRecipientsRecipients

• Darian Givens

• Josh Rosenbaum

• Levi Butts

Congratulations and

well wishes on your

post high school

education.

God’s Work. Our Hands.

Join the Excitement on Sunday, September 7Join the Excitement on Sunday, September 7Join the Excitement on Sunday, September 7Join the Excitement on Sunday, September 7thththth at LCOORat LCOORat LCOORat LCOOR

Members of LCOOR are signing up to be a part of the “God’s work. Our hands.”

projects that will happen all around our community in the afternoon of Sunday,

September 7th. This is an opportunity for all ages – from wee little ones to our

senior citizens to share God’s love through various projects in the Watertown

community. The first 100 folks to sign-up will receive a ‘God’s work. Our hands’ t-

shirt and the next 100 will have the satisfaction and fun of working together on a

worthwhile project! Projects already planned and looking for volunteers are:

• 3 different Highway Road Ditch

clean-ups;

• Bike trail clean-up;

• Cookie baking at the church;

• Rebuilding a deck;

• Yard maintenance for shut-ins

(trim trees & bushes);

• Cutting & hauling firewood for LCOOR firepit & Joy Ranch;

• Care Center visiting;

• Museum painting;

• Table tent assembling for Karing Kapers & other similar

projects;

• Creating art project for Sandwich Ministry gifts;

• and much more!

Sign-up sheets are at the Welcome Center and in the church office. You will be

contacted about the location and time of each activity. Don’t see a project that

interests you? Find a project and gather a few friends to help you with it! After an

afternoon of ‘service’, you are invited to gather in the Great Hall for a 5:30pm meal

and opportunity to learn from each other how you showed God’s love. Join us for

this fun afternoon as we join other ELCA congregations throughout the country

celebrating who we are as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – one

church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

This group continues to ‘knit and stitch’ prayers into prayer shawls as they meet on

the first and third Tuesday of each month at 10am. The September dates are

Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, Tuesday, September 2September 2September 2September 2ndndndnd and 16161616thththth. Completed prayer shawls, infant blankets and

quilts are blessed in worship before being presented.

Prayer Shawl crafters – remember to keep track of your volunteer hours as you

work on the shawls – we will need to report to the Codington County Thrivent

Financial Chapter in November. Their gift of $500 is used to help purchase yarn

used for the prayer shawls. This ministry relies totally on special gifts and

donations to purchase the type of yarn needed.


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MealsMealsMealsMeals----onononon----WheelsWheelsWheelsWheels

DeliveryDeliveryDeliveryDelivery

September 29 – October 3

Contact Julie Rude at 882-1362 to volunteer to deliver meals.

Quilting

Join us at 9:00am in Assembly A.

• Sept. 4

• Sept. 18

• Sept. 19

Volume 22, Issue 9

Welcome to the 2014-15 School Year!

We have 58 children enrolled in our Christian Preschool this year!

There is one opening in our Preschool Morning Class and 3 openings in our

Preschool Afternoon Class.

First Day of ClassesFirst Day of ClassesFirst Day of ClassesFirst Day of Classes

Preschool ClassesPreschool ClassesPreschool ClassesPreschool Classes PrePrePrePre----Kindergarten ClassesKindergarten ClassesKindergarten ClassesKindergarten Classes September 2nd September 3rd

Morning Session 9-11am Morning Session 8:30-11am

Afternoon Session 12:30-2:30pm Afternoon Session 12:30-3pm

We held our Open Houses on August 26 & 27. It was exciting to welcome the

children and their parent’s to our classroom and play room with the vivid colors

from the updated painting. We were able to purchase a wooden play kitchen set

from the proceeds of last spring’s fundraiser.

SCHOOL ZONESCHOOL ZONESCHOOL ZONESCHOOL ZONE:::: Slow Down as you enter the church parking lot. The children

are so excited to come to school that they don’t look and just RUN. The same

thing happens as they leave to go home.

Calling all Ladies ---- Mark your calendars and plan to attend the LCOOR LCOOR LCOOR LCOOR

Ladies Night OutLadies Night OutLadies Night OutLadies Night Out! The date has been set for Monday, November 17Monday, November 17Monday, November 17Monday, November 17thththth.... ‘Tina

and Lena’ are making a return performance and will bring much laughter, music

and joy to the evening! It’s a wonderful way to have some ‘girl time’! A limited

number of tickets will be available so you don’t want to miss out! Tickets will be

available beginning Sunday, September 7th.

New Members Received in November Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer receives new members both in the fall and

spring of the year. If you are interested in becoming a member of Lutheran

Church of Our Redeemer this fall, the dates are as follows:

• Lutheran Basis Class Lutheran Basis Class Lutheran Basis Class Lutheran Basis Class –––– Tuesday, October 21Tuesday, October 21Tuesday, October 21Tuesday, October 21stststst at 7pm. This is for those coming from a non-Lutheran background or who wish to have a refresher course on the Lutheran faith.

• New Member Orientation Luncheon & Meeting New Member Orientation Luncheon & Meeting New Member Orientation Luncheon & Meeting New Member Orientation Luncheon & Meeting –––– Sunday, October 26Sunday, October 26Sunday, October 26Sunday, October 26hhhh at 11:30am. This is a time to learn more about our church and meet other members.

• New Member Reception New Member Reception New Member Reception New Member Reception –––– Saturday, November 1Saturday, November 1Saturday, November 1Saturday, November 1stststst at the 5:30pm worship service and Sunday, November 2Sunday, November 2Sunday, November 2Sunday, November 2ndndndnd at the 8:30am and 10:30am worship services. You will be received into membership at whichever service works best for you and/or your family.

Christian Christian Christian Christian Preschool NewsPreschool NewsPreschool NewsPreschool News

Fellowship NewsFellowship NewsFellowship NewsFellowship News

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Thrivent Choice Dollars Received by LCOOR in August 2014 = $523!

Thank you Ron Givens, Sam Hatlestad, Ken Madison, Lory Retzer, Richard Schroeder, Patti

and Steve Schull, Ervin and Gertrude Schumacher, Deb Sundem.

Thrivent Choice Dollars Received by LCOOR Preschool

in August 2014 = $49!

Thank you Allen and Julie Rude and Michael Sovell.

Memorials and Special Gifts Received in July and August 2014

To Prayer ShawlsTo Prayer ShawlsTo Prayer ShawlsTo Prayer Shawls

in memory of Audrey Draper by Pam & Al Raeder and Nancy & Darwin Brinkman

in memory of Melvin Enstad by Pam Luckhurst

in memory of Aurie Lawrence by Nancy & Darwin Brinkman

To LCOOR Care FundTo LCOOR Care FundTo LCOOR Care FundTo LCOOR Care Fund

from VBS Students

To Special GiftsTo Special GiftsTo Special GiftsTo Special Gifts

in memory of George Toth from Marv & AJ Sherrill

in memory of Melvin Enstad from Eldon & Carolyn Eidahl

July 2014 Financial Report

Revenue $ 56,627.24

Expenses $ 63,368.00

Change in General Fund $ (6,740.76)

Revenue to Date $ 474,419.68

Expenses to Date $ 485,077.25

% of Budget Year Completed

58.33%

Annual Budgeted income for 2014 $ 890,361.00

% of Budgeted Income Received YTD

53.28%

Annual Budgeted Expense for 2014 $ 881,621.00

% of Budgeted Expenses Incurred YTD

55.02%

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Worship Opportunities Abound! As we head into the school year, there are several varied ways to participate in worship. Many people are needed to make worship run smoothly. From the ushers to the communion assistants to the musicians, God has given each of us talents that can be used as we worship our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Talk to Robbyn in the church office if you would like to share your talents in any of the following ways:

Praise & Rejoice ChoirPraise & Rejoice ChoirPraise & Rejoice ChoirPraise & Rejoice Choir Sing a new song unto the Lord! Under the direction of Arlene Brandt-Jenson, the choir practices Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Many friendships and wonderful harmonies have manifested from this group!

Handbell ChoirHandbell ChoirHandbell ChoirHandbell Choir The Handbell Choir is under the direction of Pat Crom and makes beautiful music together while practicing Thursday evenings at 7:45 p.m. Small groups of ringers also join together at times to provide special music for worship.

Worship TeamWorship TeamWorship TeamWorship Team Contemporary worship at 8:30 each Sunday morning is led by this dedicated group lead by Jim Miller. Keyboardists and drummers, as well as singers and guitarists are all essential parts of this group. Join this group for rehearsals at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. We are also looking to begin a second Worship Team that will lead once a month and give our original Worship Team a well-deserved break. Let Robbyn know if you’re interested in serving with this group.

Liturgical DanceLiturgical DanceLiturgical DanceLiturgical Dance Dance has a great history of enhancing worship. Individuals age 8 and up are invited to join the Liturgical Dance Team. The Dance Team begins the year with dance at worship on Sunday, September 28th at both services. If interested in dancing with this group, contact Sara Goddard at (605) 956-0370.

Solos and Small GroupsSolos and Small GroupsSolos and Small GroupsSolos and Small Groups With four worship services each week there are many special music opportunities, as well as opportunities for keyboardists to play for worship or other groups and individuals. Whether you sing or play an instrument, like to solo or play or sing in a small group, your music is sure to enhance the worship experience. Be sure to make us aware of your interest!

Altar CommitteeAltar CommitteeAltar CommitteeAltar Committee The altar committee is responsible for setting up for communion twice each month and for light cleaning of the altar area each week. Communion is served on the first and third weekends and Wednesdays of each month at LCOOR, as well as during festival worship services. Talk to Pam Luckhurst, Janet Albers, Pam Raeder or Shelly Alvine to join in serving with this group.

Head UshersHead UshersHead UshersHead Ushers These individuals help insure that our worship services run smoothly and offer assistance to those who have volunteered through the Faith & Care program, as well as to the acolytes that serve each week. Many people are needed to fill this role. Head Usher volunteers generally serve at one service each month. Saturday Head Ushers are especially needed. See Robbyn for more info.

AcolytesAcolytesAcolytesAcolytes Acolytes are an important symbol of the liturgy. They remind us that everybody takes part in worship. Fifth and sixth graders serve as acolytes and are trained to assist in Sunday and special festival worship services.

Sound & Projection TeamSound & Projection TeamSound & Projection TeamSound & Projection Team This group of individuals is trained to run the sound and projection system at each worship service. Members of this group also serve during special events, concerts, programs and festival worship services. Team members are needed weekly for Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday worship services. Training times are customized to fit your schedule. See Robbyn or talk to any Sound & Projection Team member for details

Children’s ChurchChildren’s ChurchChildren’s ChurchChildren’s Church Volunteers are sought and assisted in preparing weekly children’s sermons. Contact Colleen Hestad, Robbyn or one of the pastors if you would like to help our youngest members experience God’s word in a way they can understand.

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Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer 2001 Second St. N.W. • Watertown, SD 57201 “Making Jesus Christ Known Through Word & Deed”

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ur Redeemer “Making Jesus Christ Known Through Word & Deed”

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Fall Worship Schedule [Begins the weekend of Sept. 7th]

Saturday: 5:30pm Worship

Sunday: 8:30am Contemporary Worship 10:30am Traditional Worship

Wednesday: 6:30pm W.O.W. Worship

T h e L a t e s t

Word is a monthly publication of


Deadline for the October issue: Monday, September 22

nd, 2014.

Staff

Pastors Kent Stillson (Senior Pastor) Chris Matson (Associate Pastor) Aaron Matson (Visitation Pastor) Kathy Hibbert – Retired Sam Hatlestad - Retired Gary Westgard – Retired

Welcoming & Caring Ministries Coordinator Nancy Brinkman

Youth & Family Director Philip Lickei

Education Director Angela Terhark

Preschool Karen Kasperson & Christy Crook

Worship & Music Coordinator Robbyn Givens

Business Manager Melissa Wiseman

Administrative Secretary Jodi Spilde

Custodian Adam Lauseng

2014 Church Council

President Sandy Albertsen

Vice President Bret McGillivary

Secretary Chris Owen

Treasurer Toby Wishard

Karla Christensen Brian Bollinger

Buck Crouse Julie Hibbert

Brian Holter Tony Kneeland

Lynn Langner Jayson Maguire

Sarah Orthaus

Prayer Chain

Mary Jo Manzey 882-3339

Marilyn Chapman 886-4858

Phone (605)886-2696

Fax (605)886-3362

Website lcoorwatertown.org

facebook.com/lcoor

twitter.com/1Redeemer

Special Guest Musicians Lead Music on Sunday, September 21 at 10:30

The Sunrise Trio will be leading music and worship on Sun. Sept. 21 at the 10:30 service; the trio is Pianist Kay Hoffland, Cellist Sonja Hinderlie, and Violinist Jane Schuneman. They have played together for over twenty years. Originally known as the Mount Carmel Trio, they resided in Alexandria, MN for the summer months playing for worship services, concerts, weddings, and special events until 2012. Since that time, they travel to schedule concerts in the spring, summer and fall. LCOOR members may remember Sonja Hinderlie from Nov. 16-17, 2013 when her Liturgical Dance group conducted a workshop here and led worship through dance at the Sunday services.

The Sunrise Trio states “The emphasis of our playing is to glorify God through the music. We are so thankful to be able to share the gift of music!” Don’t miss this special worship experience!

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WATERTOWN, SD

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“If you don’t know what it is – is it still a bargain?” This past weekend, I bought a green wooden-handled “thing” for only $2.00 at an antique store. Before I plunked down the two bills, we debated about what it might “be.” Canning tool? Potato masher? Back scratcher? We even asked the sales clerk, but we were all stumped. Still am, actually. I had a similar opportunity last month to purchase a black-handled “utensil” for only 50 cents. On the end was a round, flat disk about 3-inches in diameter. Since not one of the grey-haired ladies at the rummage sale had the slightest idea of what it was, I let that one go. No matter what our age, we’ve seen a great deal of change during our lifetimes. Sometimes it all comes at us so quickly that we wish there was a way to put on the brakes. Setting aside a few minutes for a daily devotion can be that time. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” – Hebrews 13:8 Isn’t it a great feeling to know that the Jesus our ancestors prayed to is the same Lord who is hearing our prayers today? During the planning for Watertown’s Celebration of the State’s 125th Anniversary, organizers decided that a time capsule should be part of the doings! So far, business cards, a cell phone, maps and newspapers have been gathered. The advertisements will certainly tell a story about the “bargains” we now enjoy in 2014. Personally, I think it would add some excitement to include something that will puzzle future generations…maybe I still have time to donate my green wooden-handled “thing?” ____________________________________________________________________________ This recipe from the LCOOR Cookbook by Deb Holter has certainly passed the test of time, and would be perfect for any morning of the week.

Oatmeal MuffinsOatmeal MuffinsOatmeal MuffinsOatmeal Muffins 1 c. oatmeal ½ c. vegetable oil 1 c. buttermilk 1 c. flour 1 egg 1 tsp. baking powder ½ c. brown sugar ½ tsp. baking soda ½ tsp. salt Mix oatmeal and buttermilk. Let it soak for one hour. Add the rest of the ingredients. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool. Makes one dozen.

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